Senior Construction Engineer & Project Leader

Sir Robert McAlpine; St Albans; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in the UK seeks a Chief Engineer / Construction Manager to oversee multi-million pound healthcare projects. This role involves leading teams, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and managing project risks. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in construction management, excellent leadership skills, and knowledge of NEC4 contracts. The company values diversity and inclusion, aiming to create a supportive environment for all team members.

Benefits

Flexible benefits

Performance-related progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering multi-million pound healthcare construction projects.
• Strong leadership and people-management skills.
• Collaborative approach with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full construction engineering process.
• Provide visible leadership across site operations.
• Monitor and manage the project programme.
• Ensure project delivery within time and budget.
• Identify and mitigate technical and construction risks.

Skills

Leadership and people-management skills

Communication and stakeholder management

Risk identification and mitigation

Collaborative approach

Knowledge of NEC4 contracts

Health and safety advocacy

Education

SMSTS qualification

Valid CSCS Card

Job description

A leading construction firm in the UK seeks a Chief Engineer / Construction Manager to oversee multi-million pound healthcare projects. This role involves leading teams, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and managing project risks. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in construction management, excellent leadership skills, and knowledge of NEC4 contracts. The company values diversity and inclusion, aiming to create a supportive environment for all team members.